Bear sightings trickling in

As bears rouse from hibernation BC Conservation is urging Northwest residents to be alert and minimize attractants that may have accumulated over the winter.

The call for diligence comes as reports to their 24-hour hotline, or R.A.P.P. Line, have begun to trickle in.

“We haven’t had any reports of rummaging, just sightings so far,” said CO Zane Testawich. “It’s time to remember to put our garbage in a secure location again, clean up the bird feeders—all that stuff we’re aware of but may need reminding of in the spring.”

Testawich said the bears will be in a lethargic state, sniffing out high-protein foods, especially skunk cabbage.